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Farmers' Federation to Approach SC Against Karnataka's Mekedatu Dam Move

Movement's president Cauvery Dhanapalan told media persons at Tiruchy on Saturday that a meeting of various farmers leaders, advocates of Supreme Court and high court was held to discuss steps to approach the Supreme Court in this connection

Deccan Chronicle 21 Jun 2026 1:10 pm

PMK opposes new tribunal on Mekedatu dam issue, urges TN Government to withdraw proposal

PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss has strongly opposed the Tamil Nadu Assembly's resolution seeking a tribunal for the Mekedatu dam issue. He warned that this move would jeopardize the state's legal rights and benefit Karnataka. Ramadoss urged the Chief Minister to remove the tribunal demand, stating that existing legal rulings favor Tamil Nadu and a new tribunal would only create complications and hand an advantage to Karnataka.

The Economic Times 21 Jun 2026 12:56 pm

Headmaster, teacher arrested over sexual abuse allegations at school in Karnataka

The Department of School Education has suspended both individuals

The Hindu 21 Jun 2026 11:25 am

Karnataka cabinet clears new Prajaseve department

Bengaluru: In a major governance initiative aimed at improving public service delivery, Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has announced the creation of a dedicated Prajaseve department to address citizens grievances and ensure timely resolution of public issues. The decision was taken during the second Cabinet meeting of the new government held on Friday, June 19. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 21 Jun 2026 9:19 am

Football stars who emerged from Bengaluru

The Hindu 21 Jun 2026 9:09 am

Karnataka to launch NRI department for overseas Kannadigas

Bengaluru: The Karnataka government has decided to establish a dedicated Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Department to address the concerns of overseas Kannadigas and strengthen their engagement with the state. The decision was taken following a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister DK Shivakumar with heads of more than 10 NRI organisations. The proposed department will focus Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 21 Jun 2026 9:08 am

HD Kumaraswamy dismisses rift with BJP over cross-voting in Karnataka Council polls - Deccan Herald

HD Kumaraswamy dismisses rift with BJP over cross-voting in Karnataka Council polls Deccan Herald

Google News 21 Jun 2026 5:13 am

Karnataka Considers Bus Fare Hike Amid Rising Fuel Costs, Says CM Shivakumar

Bengaluru, June 21: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced on Saturday that the state is contemplating an increase in RTC bus fares. He highlighted a significant price difference of approximately 40 per liter between diesel purchased by private operators and that acquired by the state transport corporations depots. While previous fare hikes were linked to ... Read more Karnataka Considers Bus Fare Hike Amid Rising Fuel Costs, Says CM Shivakumar

Morningstar 21 Jun 2026 1:45 am

Karnataka Cabinet Approves New Praja Seva Department to Address Citizen Issues

Bengaluru, June 21: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced on Saturday the establishment of a new Praja Seva Department aimed at addressing public grievances related to civic issues and social movements. Shivakumar spoke to reporters following a Cabinet meeting at Vidhana Soudha, stating that the responsibility of this new department will be assigned to a ... Read more Karnataka Cabinet Approves New Praja Seva Department to Address Citizen Issues

Morningstar 21 Jun 2026 1:39 am

Ktaka cabinet clears new dept to address public grievances

The Times of India 21 Jun 2026 12:26 am

Power shutdown across Bengaluru on June 22, 23

The Times of India 21 Jun 2026 12:13 am

Shopowner booked over pet dogs causing public nuisance

The Times of India 20 Jun 2026 11:06 pm

Couple found dead in rented house at Kaje village

The Times of India 20 Jun 2026 11:06 pm

Nikhil Kumaraswamy to lead padayatra against Bidadi township

Bengaluru: The opposition to the proposed Bidadi Township project is set to intensify with Janata Dal (Secular) Youth Wing State President Nikhil Kumaraswamy leading a massive padayatra on Sunday, June 21, demanding protection of agricultural land and the rights of farmers. The padayatra is expected to witness the participation of thousands of farmers from villages Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 20 Jun 2026 10:35 pm

Mother of murder accused dies by suicide in Hukkeri village

58-year-old was reportedly disturbed by daughters arrest and scrutiny in 2 crore insurance-linked murder case

The Times of India 20 Jun 2026 10:24 pm

Red tape delays wall work, project handed to KRIDL

2 Months On, Collapsed Bowring Wall Yet To Be Rebuilt

The Times of India 20 Jun 2026 9:45 pm

College girl assaulted by drunk men after phone row

The Times of India 20 Jun 2026 9:45 pm

Bengaluru schools ban food delivery apps on campus

The Times of India 20 Jun 2026 9:38 pm

Karnataka High Court shocked over valuation of plantation property worth crores at a pittance of its value for bank auction

A 39-acre plantation property, which was worth over 3.12 crore in 2014 was valued at 61 lakh and soled in bank auction for a mere 99 lakh in 2023-24

The Hindu 20 Jun 2026 8:45 pm

BMRCL seeks permission to chop down 3,627 trees along proposed Orange line metro corridor

The trees are located along the proposed 12.5-km elevated metro corridor, also known as the Orange Line, connecting Hosahalli and Kadabagere under Package-04 of Phase-3 Corridor-2

The Hindu 20 Jun 2026 8:39 pm

Disabled street vendors stalls demolished in eviction drive

MCC Promises Alternative Arrangements

The Times of India 20 Jun 2026 8:34 pm

Major Railway Upgrade Planned Between Bengaluru and Tumakuru

Mumbai, June 20: A significant step is being taken to enhance rail connectivity between Bengaluru and the neighboring city of Tumakuru in Karnataka. Railway Minister V. Somanna announced on Saturday that preparations for the construction of a fourth railway line (quadruple line) between the two cities are progressing rapidly. The ambitious project, costing over 6,000 ... Read more Major Railway Upgrade Planned Between Bengaluru and Tumakuru

Morningstar 20 Jun 2026 8:29 pm

10 lakh people expected to join Yoga Day events across Karnataka

State-level programme at Vidhana Soudha to draw 2,000 participants; AYUSH Department launches year-long Nitya Yoga initiative

The Hindu 20 Jun 2026 8:18 pm

MP To Hold Yoga with Yodha At Karinjeshwara Temple

The Times of India 20 Jun 2026 8:17 pm

MES leaders, activists stopped from meeting Union Minister Amit Shah

Activists of Maharashtra Ekikaran Samiti (MES), who were proceeding to Kolhapur to meet Union Minister Amit Shah, allegedly to complain about injustice to Marathi speakers, were stopped by the Belagavi police on Saturday

The Hindu 20 Jun 2026 8:14 pm

Mother of woman accused in ex-serviceman murder dies by suicide

Belagavi: In a tragic development linked to the sensational murder case of a former soldier for an alleged Rs 2 crore insurance claim, the mother of the prime accused has died by suicide in Belagavi district. The deceased has been identified as Mahadevi Badami (65), a resident of Ghodageri village in Hukkeri taluk. According to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 20 Jun 2026 8:13 pm

Truck, milk tanker collision sparks fire

A maize-laden truck and a milk tanker were gutted in a fire that was caused by a head-on collision between the two in Belagavi district on Saturday

The Hindu 20 Jun 2026 8:09 pm

PM-VBRY aimed at encouraging employees, employers: Mahesh Tenginakai

Mahesh Tenginakai, Hubballi-Dharwad Central MLA, says that the Pradhan Mantri Vikasit Bharat Rojgar Yojna (PM- VBRY) has been launched by the Union government to encourage first-time employees and also employers to boost formal job creation

The Hindu 20 Jun 2026 7:42 pm

Union Minister Joshi directs officials to complete work on sports complex

Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi instructs the officials to expedite and complete the work on the international sports complex being built under the Smart City Scheme and dedicate it to the public at the earliest

The Hindu 20 Jun 2026 7:11 pm

Bengaluru: Public Service Ministry Soon In Karnataka, Announces CM

The Legal Cell functioning in New Delhi will be strengthened and a separate programme will be framed for it: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 20 Jun 2026 7:10 pm

Bommai alleges large-scale corruption, flags cross-voting in council polls

Says some MLAs succumbed to financial inducements; action after panel report

The Times of India 20 Jun 2026 7:05 pm

NMDC reviews expansion, digitalisation initiatives at Donimalai Complex

The visit focused on capacity expansion, sustainable mining practices, and employee welfare initiatives as NMDC advances towards its long-term production targets

The Hindu 20 Jun 2026 7:00 pm

Joshi inspects sports complex, seeks urgent maintenance decision

Union minister says 22-sport facility nearing completion must not remain unused

The Times of India 20 Jun 2026 6:58 pm

Belagavi police deny MES permission for June 22 procession citing law and order concerns

Intelligence inputs warn of possible linguistic tensions; delegation allowed to submit memorandum

The Times of India 20 Jun 2026 6:57 pm

Karnataka High Court quashes service tax notices issued to banks over minimum average balance requirements

The Karnataka High Court has held that the maintenance of Minimum Average Balance (MAB) by a bank customer is only a contractual condition governing the banker-customer relationship and cannot be treated as consideration for banking services under Sections 65B(44), 66B, 66E(e) and 67 of the Finance Act, 1994. The single-judge Bengaluru Bench of Justice SR [] The post Karnataka High Court quashes service tax notices issued to banks over minimum average balance requirements appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 20 Jun 2026 5:53 pm

Costs Rising, Karnataka Bus Fare Hike Proposal Back On Table: Sources

Sources said the recent 12.5% salary hike for employees is expected to impose an additional financial burden of Rs 873.64 crore on the transport corporations.

NDTV 20 Jun 2026 5:06 pm

Consumer panel orders LIC HFL to pay 40,000 after PAN error hits CIBIL score

Firm told to correct records, issue no due certificate; 500 daily penalty for delay

The Times of India 20 Jun 2026 5:05 pm

CM Shivakumar announces one more Karnataka Bhavan in Delhi for civil servant aspirants

Karnataka's Cabinet has greenlit significant developments, including a new Karnataka Bhavan in Delhi for competitive exam aspirants, costing Rs 80 crore. The state will also acquire 620 new buses for transport corporations and invest heavily in healthcare, with a Rs 100 crore super-speciality hospital planned for Yadgir. Exemptions for rural agricultural structures were also approved.

The Economic Times 20 Jun 2026 4:37 pm

Sivakumar K.B. takes charge as managing director of KSRTC in Karnataka

Prior to his new appointment, Mr. Sivakumar was serving as the Managing Director of Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC)

The Hindu 20 Jun 2026 4:11 pm

Constitution is sacred text that unites all, judge tells law graduates in Shivamogga

Describing the legal profession as a noble calling, Justice V. Srishananda said lawyers had a duty to question injustice in society, and fight for the poor and downtrodden.

The Hindu 20 Jun 2026 3:41 pm

Karnataka youth alleges abduction, assault by 'right-wing activists' over lunch with Hindu girlfriend

A young man has lodged a complaint with Hubballi rural police, alleging he was assaulted by suspected Right-wing activists for having lunch with his Hindu girlfriend. The group reportedly demanded Aadhaar cards, then assaulted him after he identified as Christian. They also allegedly took his girlfriend's video, made false accusations, and threatened the couple's mother for a ransom.

The Times of India 20 Jun 2026 3:03 pm

KCET 2026 web option entry begins June 20: Here's the link and steps for choice filling

The Karnataka Examinations Authority has opened KCET 2026 web option entry today, June 20. Eligible candidates, who have completed document verification and received their verification slip, can now select and rank their preferred colleges and courses. This crucial step determines seat allotment, which considers KCET rank, reservations, and seat availability. Aspirants are urged to enter numerous options and review them carefully before locking, as higher preferences are prioritized.

The Times of India 20 Jun 2026 2:11 pm

Karnataka keen to move ahead with Makedattu project, seeks dialogue with Tamil Nadu: Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy

Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy has reiterated the state's commitment to the Mekedattu project, asserting it will benefit both Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. He urged political unity and expressed readiness for discussions with Tamil Nadu, despite the latter's legislative assembly passing a resolution opposing the dam. Reddy highlighted the project's primary use for drinking water and power generation, with irrigation benefits for Tamil Nadu farmers.

The Economic Times 20 Jun 2026 1:48 pm

Karnataka: Former JD(S) MLA Lingesh Arrested Over Land Allotment Scam

The case stems from a complaint alleging government land was illegally allotted when Lingesh was serving as president of the Belur Taluk Bagair Hukum Committee

Deccan Chronicle 20 Jun 2026 1:37 pm

Karnataka open to talks with Tamil Nadu on Mekedatu project, says Irrigation Minister Ramalinga Reddy

Maintaining that the project was being pursued within the legal framework laid down by courts and statutory authorities, the Minister said Karnataka would utilise any opportunity for dialogue to resolve the issue amicably

The Hindu 20 Jun 2026 12:51 pm

Karnataka Government Clarifies Stance on Mekedatu Project, Ready for Talks with Tamil Nadu

Bengaluru, June 20: The Karnataka government has issued a clear statement regarding the proposed Mekedatu project on the Cauvery River. Officials emphasized that the project will not affect Tamil Nadus water share. The initiative is designed to meet the drinking water needs of the Bengaluru region, ensure the stipulated water flow to Tamil Nadu, and ... Read more Karnataka Government Clarifies Stance on Mekedatu Project, Ready for Talks with Tamil Nadu

Morningstar 20 Jun 2026 12:39 pm

Palaniswami objects to amended version of resolution against Mekedatu

In a post on social media, Mr. Palaniswami explained that the amendment proposed by Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin was inserted into the resolution in violation of the rules of the House

The Hindu 20 Jun 2026 12:12 pm

Government clears 55 projects worth 7,506 crore, to create over 28,000 jobs in Karnataka

Of these, 41 projects would be located outside Bengaluru Urban and Bengaluru Rural districts, as part of the States Beyond Bengaluru initiative

The Hindu 20 Jun 2026 11:03 am

Cabinet meeting to be held in Coastal Karnataka, says Chief Minister

Mr. Shivakumar said the employment potential of the coastal region should be expanded further and called for greater focus on economic growth through tourism.

The Hindu 20 Jun 2026 10:42 am

Tamil Nadu Assembly opposes Karnatakas Mekedatu dam plan

Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay piloted the government resolution over the nearly 13 years long dispute with the neighbouring state, with the members of the opposition backing Vijay

Mid Day 20 Jun 2026 10:08 am

Elderly woman killed for earrings in Chikkaballapur

Chikkaballapur: In a shocking incident that has sent shockwaves across the district, an 80-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by unidentified assailants who brutally attacked her and severed her ear to steal her earrings in Basavanapura village of Gauribidanur taluk. The deceased has been identified as Subbamma (80), a native of Kelaginajoganahalli village in Doddaballapur taluk. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 20 Jun 2026 9:24 am

Alleged forced conversion of 9-yr-old boy sparks outrage in Kodagu, 2 arrested

Madikeri: A case involving the alleged forced religious conversion of a nine-year-old boy has triggered widespread outrage in Kodagu district, with police launching an investigation and arresting two persons in connection with the incident. According to the complaint, the child, a resident of Kushalnagar, was allegedly taken to a mosque in Keralas Malappuram district along Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 20 Jun 2026 9:18 am

Karnataka CM Shivakumar Pushes Single-Window System to Boost Coastal Tourism Investment

The actor said improved facilities for film shooting would benefit the film industries of Karnataka, Kerala and Goa.

Deccan Chronicle 20 Jun 2026 8:47 am

Vendors stab pantry staff on Bengaluru-Delhi train, injure 2

A violent clash erupted on a Bengaluru-Delhi train after pantry staff confronted unauthorized vendors. The altercation escalated when a vendor selling snacks in an AC coach was challenged, leading to a knife attack. Two pantry workers sustained stab injuries, with one narrowly escaping a fatal blow. The assailants fled at Karjagi station. This incident highlights the ongoing issue of illegal vendors on trains.

The Times of India 20 Jun 2026 7:14 am

BJP summons top Karnataka netas over cross-voting

The Times of India 20 Jun 2026 2:36 am

Video | Karnataka HM Kharge Responds To BJP MP's Dalit Minister Remark - NDTV

Video | Karnataka HM Kharge Responds To BJP MP's Dalit Minister Remark NDTV

Google News 20 Jun 2026 12:18 am